Sakura Red Bull and Baja Crispy Fish Sandwich Lead February’s Limited-Time Menu Drops

February 2026 saw notable brands, including Wendy’s and Red Bull, roll out a broad wave of new product launches and lineup additions across store shelves.

Written By Twinkle Jha
​New Baja Crispy Fish Sandwich (Source: GlobeNewswire | Habit)

February brought a wave of limited-time food and beverage releases from several well-loved brands. A variety of items satisfied patrons across the country, ranging from Papa Murphy’s fresh Jalapeño flavor to Dutch Bros. appetizing drinks.

New Snack Releases in February 2026

From Valentine’s special treats to spring-focused items, notable brands across categories dropped their curated offerings in February 2026. Here are six such products, still available on store shelves.

Red Bull

This image shows Cherry Blossom Sakura flavor by Red Bull.
Cherry Blossom Sakura flavor by Red Bull (Source: www.prnewswire.com)

Expanding its spring lineup, Red Bull introduced a new Cherry Sakura flavor. Embodying the flavors of cherry blossom, cherry, and almond, the latest drink marks an ideal start to the season.

Featuring the functional ingredients of Red Bull Energy drink, the latest Sakura flavor is available in both with and without sugar options. The packaging is available in white-colored cans of 8.4 fl oz and 12 fl oz capacities.

Trader Joe’s

This is an image of Trader Joe’s Hot Honey Goat Milk Cheese.
Image of Trader Joe’s Hot Honey Goat Milk Cheese (Source: traderjoes.com)

This limited-time cheese combines sweet and spicy flavors in a single bite. Hot Honey Goat Milk Cheese by Trader Joe’s is already available in nationwide stores and will stay on retail shelves until March.

As of now, the California-based grocery chain’s offering is priced at just $2.99 for 4 oz. Diners across U.S. can find varied flavors in the Hot Honey Goat Milk Cheese offering, including goat milk cheese blended with red pepper flakes, habanero pepper powder, and honey.

Dutch Bros

This is an image of the new Valentine-themed drinks from Dutch Bros.
Image of the new Valentine-themed drinks from Dutch Bros (Source: dutchbros.com)

Coffee chain Dutch Bros unveiled two drinks this February, just in time for Valentine’s Day. The limited-time drinks, namely Pink Velvet Mocha and Luvstruck Rebel, are available at all 1,081+ outlets across the U.S. until supplies last.

Introduced on February 1, the Pink Velvet Mocha offers a pink velvet-inspired flavor. On the same day, Dutch Bros released the Luvstruck Rebel, a blend of vanilla and blackberry.

Wendy’s

This is an image of Wendy’s new protein-packed items.
Image of Wendy’s new protein-packed items (Source: PR Newswire)

Popular quick-service restaurant chain Wendy’s recently dropped limited-time menu items for health-conscious fans. Available since February 16, the items include the Cheesy Bacon Cheeseburger and the Chicken Tenders Ranch Wrap.

The protein-forward items are available for a limited time at participating U.S. locations. While the Cheesy Bacon Cheeseburger features a refrigerated (not frozen) quarter-pound beef patty, the Chicken Tenders Ranch Wrap includes all-white meat chicken tenders along with several other ingredients.

Habit

Habit’s recently introduced Baja Crispy Fish Sandwich is another tempting snack offering that made headlines this February. As a seasonal offering, this new take on Baja-inspired flavor brings coastal flavors to patrons.

Launched on February 18, the Baja Crispy Fish Sandwich is set to be a menu highlight at Habit through April 28. Diners can relish the newly prepared sandwich offering, featuring beer-battered wild Alaskan cod. The item is further layered with cilantro-lime coleslaw and topped with Habit’s Baja sauce. All of these are combined and served in a bun, offering Habit fans a mix of tang and crunch.

Papa Murphy’s

This is an image of the new Jalapeño Popper Pizza from Papa Murphy’s.
Image of the new Jalapeño Popper Pizza from Papa Murphy’s (Source: papamurphys.com)

Jalapeño Popper Pizza is the latest spring menu addition at Papa Murphy’s, which is here for a limited time. The pizza chain’s fans first got to taste it on February 23, and the limited-time offering is available through March 22.

Inspired by the widely known jalapeño popper appetizer, this spicy addition at Papa Murphy’s is designed to be baked fresh at home. Customers can relish the taste of a garlic butter base topped with Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning, and enhanced with Jalapeño Ranch. The layering adds to the quality of the flavorful bite, with an extra cheese topping, whole-milk mozzarella, sliced jalapeños, and crispy bacon.

With diverse food and beverage companies focusing on creative flavors and seasonal items, along with product re-releases, February 2026 reflected the efforts brands are taking to hook patrons and sustain in the long haul.

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Twinkle Jha is a content writer passionate about crafting engaging and informative pieces for diverse audiences. She holds a degree in Journalism & Mass Communication that helps her create news-based articles related to restaurants, retail, and real estate in the US. With five years of writing experience, Twinkle has a strong base for her research, allowing her to create compelling content. Her keen eye for detail and creative approach make her writing stand out. When not working, she loves to watch movies.
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